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Set 6: Linear Equations (Intermediate)

Explanation

Answer: D

Solve for xx: 35x+2=11\frac{3}{5}x + 2 = 11

A.

25

B.

9

C.

5

D.

15

✓ Correct

Detailed Explanation

Choice D is correct. Choice Ahoice C is the correct answer. 1. Subtract 2: 35x=9\frac{3}{5}x = 9 2. Multiply by 5: 3x=453x = 45 3. Divide by 3: x=15x = 15 4. Verify: 35(15)+2=9+2=11\frac{3}{5}(15) + 2 = 9 + 2 = 11 ✓ Choice Ahoice C is incorrect because it results from an error in the solution process. Choice Ahoice D is incorrect because it results from an error in the solution process. Choice Ahoice B is incorrect because it results from an error in the solution process.

Key Steps:

The correct answer is 15

Why others are wrong:
A: Choice A is incorrect and may result from a calculation error.
B: Choice B is incorrect and may result from a calculation error.
C: Choice C is incorrect and may result from a calculation error.

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